Immortal Egypt with Joann Fletcher

8.7

2016•1h

Production

It spans over 5,000 years of history that have shaped the world. It is full of spectacular sites and epic stories and an evolving society of inventors, heroes, heroines, villains, artisans and pioneers. Professor Joann Fletcher reveals the highs and lows of the most beguiling civilisation in humanity’s rich history in this four-part series made for BBC2.

Seasons

4 Episodes • Premiered 2016

1. The Road to the Pyramids

The first episode of the series travels back in time to the building blocks of Egyptian civilization.

2. Chaos

The second episode of the series explores the dark ages that followed the Pyramid Age.

3. Zenith

The third episode of the series deals with the golden age of Ancient Egypt, the growing power of Karnak's priests, and the controversial Amarna period.